Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 512kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 3,030kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 512kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 3,030kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 55,4 kW |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX75US-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,030kg
A 7-8 tonne excavator with a reduced tail swing radius, letting it work close to walls and in restricted urban sites. A common size in UK plant hire fleets for groundworks and drainage.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 512kW more power
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 512kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 3,030kg. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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